Jane in NC Posted December 9, 2015 Share Posted December 9, 2015 We are to bring either an appetizer or dessert to a holiday party, a gathering of mostly middle aged or elderly folks. I think that these events often have many dessert options as well as a number of people with dietary restrictions who avoid sweets. I want to bring something more interesting than a veg or cheese tray. Knowing that I love to bake, can you think of something that might be a fun addition to such an event? Wine and beer will be the beverages of choice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stacia Posted December 9, 2015 Share Posted December 9, 2015 Stuffed mushrooms? 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jane in NC Posted December 9, 2015 Author Share Posted December 9, 2015 (edited) Stuffed mushrooms? Fabulous idea! Thank you! (And I thought you were a non-cook, Stacia.) ETA: You have inspired me. I could also do mushrooms/ricotta in phyllo. Edited December 9, 2015 by Jane in NC 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stacia Posted December 9, 2015 Share Posted December 9, 2015 Fabulous idea! Thank you! (And I thought you were a non-cook, Stacia.) I am a non-cook. But I love eating what others fix (especially if it's vegetarian)! :D 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
desiree77 Posted December 9, 2015 Share Posted December 9, 2015 Prosciutto wrapped asaparagus. Or roast beef wrapped asparagus with horseradish sauce. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AmandaVT Posted December 9, 2015 Share Posted December 9, 2015 I want to make this (I'll make it half w/ just cheese) for an appetizer at Christmas: http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/ina-garten/soppressata-and-cheese-in-puff-pastry-recipe.html I saw this episode this week and it looked delicious. You can use cheddar cheese and ham instead of the gruyere and soppressata too. I make spinach bars every year which are always a big hit. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jane in NC Posted December 9, 2015 Author Share Posted December 9, 2015 Prosciutto wrapped asaparagus. Or roast beef wrapped asparagus with horseradish sauce. These would be well received! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lynn Posted December 9, 2015 Share Posted December 9, 2015 bacon wrapped lil smokies or meatballs. The smokies are a little more work but they are sooo good. The meatballs are easy there are many different ways to make them. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TechWife Posted December 9, 2015 Share Posted December 9, 2015 What about gougéres? They are pretty easy to do and taste fabulous! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TechWife Posted December 9, 2015 Share Posted December 9, 2015 bacon wrapped lil smokies or meatballs. The smokies are a little more work but they are sooo good. The meatballs are easy there are many different ways to make them. Oh - we sprinkle brown sugar on top of bacon wrapped lil' smokies! So yummy! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stacia Posted December 9, 2015 Share Posted December 9, 2015 What about gougéres? They are pretty easy to do and taste fabulous! My dd made those last year for her French class (my chef-grade fil helped her) & they were addicting. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happypamama Posted December 9, 2015 Share Posted December 9, 2015 Mini spanakopita! (Oh, man, I think I will do a spanakopita for Christmas now!) A cranberry bread, cut in half slices would probably be a hit too. Not too sweet, and it would look pretty. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
itsheresomewhere Posted December 9, 2015 Share Posted December 9, 2015 Bacon cut about an inch thick and cubed cooked with a BBQ sauce and grilled pineapple. This is a very popular appetizer this year at several gatherings. It is really tasty with the sweet/smoky combo. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jane in NC Posted December 10, 2015 Author Share Posted December 10, 2015 What about gougéres? They are pretty easy to do and taste fabulous! My dd made those last year for her French class (my chef-grade fil helped her) & they were addicting. OK--I have never made a choux pastry. Is it really as easy as claimed, Techwife? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Erica in OR Posted December 10, 2015 Share Posted December 10, 2015 A lady in our church does dates stuffed with goat cheese, then wrapped in bacon. Very good! Erica in OR 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
school17777 Posted December 10, 2015 Share Posted December 10, 2015 Artichoke dip White pizza dip (recipe on Lipton pack of ranch dressing or one like that) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TechWife Posted December 10, 2015 Share Posted December 10, 2015 OK--I have never made a choux pastry. Is it really as easy as claimed, Techwife? My husband makes them. I checked with him to verify - he said that to him they are easy, but it takes a bit to get used to handling the dough. He said maybe a moderate level recipe. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Annie G Posted December 10, 2015 Share Posted December 10, 2015 My husband makes them. I checked with him to verify - he said that to him they are easy, but it takes a bit to get used to handling the dough. He said maybe a moderate level recipe. What flavor does he make? I see recipes with different cheeses and some have bacon or something added...what kind of flavoring does your dh use? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
idnib Posted December 10, 2015 Share Posted December 10, 2015 (edited) What about gougéres? They are pretty easy to do and taste fabulous! This is a great idea, although the recipe I used to use (before I misplaced it!) tasted better fresh out of the oven than if transported. OK--I have never made a choux pastry. Is it really as easy as claimed, Techwife? It's easy in a food processor and moderate in a pan, in my experience. Edited December 10, 2015 by idnib 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
idnib Posted December 10, 2015 Share Posted December 10, 2015 Fabulous idea! Thank you! (And I thought you were a non-cook, Stacia.) ETA: You have inspired me. I could also do mushrooms/ricotta in phyllo. May I also suggest puff pastry as an alternative to phyllo? It seems a bit fancier and festive, at least to me. Here's an example from the BBC, but you'd want to cut smaller for appetizers. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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